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Patent GB-2177609-A (GB)
Title: Game board
Inventor: VRONA JAN SZEZEPAN
IPC: A63F3/02
Filed: 1985-07-09
Abstract: A board for playing a game such as chess or draughts, played by moving playing pieces (not shown) over the board, comprising a periphery 2 and a two-dimensional playing surface 3 having a repeating pattern which with the periphery provides the optical effect of a three-dimensional playing surface. In one embodiment there are two pairs of opposite sides 4 and 5, each side 4 or 5 of each pair of opposite sides being of 'V'-shape. The limbs 6 and 7 of each 'V' 4 or 5 define an included angle of 135 DEG with the apex 8 pointing away from the playing area 3. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2183685-A (GB)
Title: Paper web formation
Inventor: MORLEY MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: D21F1/48
Filed: 1985-11-28
Abstract: In a paper web formation process in which a wet web on a wire is dewatered by passage over drainage foils, pulse bans are located between some of the foils to subject the web to positive pressure pulses.
Patent GB-2185075-A (GB)
Title: A fluid pump/motor
Inventor: WOODWARD JOHN DOUGLAS
IPC: F04B1/113
Filed: 1986-01-07
Abstract: A fluid pump/motor includes a shaft 10 carrying a crank pin. A piston member 15 is mounted on the crank pin and is reciprocable in a cylinder member 21. The cylinder member 21 defines a cylinder 19 for a piston 18 and is rockably mounted in a housing for pivoting about an axis parallel to the shaft axis. The cylinder 19 has an opening 22 in the cylinder head which communicates successively with ports 28 and 29 during rotation of the shaft. The pump/motor may be incorporated in a drive system which includes a pump driving a motor of similar construction; the combination may be used in a clutchless, gearless transmission for vehicles (Figures 3, 4, not shown). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2187284-A (GB)
Title: Automotive driving aid
Inventor: HADEN CHRISTOPHER MARK
IPC: G01S15/931
Filed: 1986-02-07
Abstract: An automotive driving aid (10) for use in conditions of poor visibility has a display indicative of road conditions ahead. The aid comprises two ultrasonic transmitters (12) and three receivers (14), the respective outputs and inputs being controlled by a transmitter interface (16) and an input signal buffer (18), both of which are in communication with a microprocessor (20). The microprocessor has a timer (22) and a memory (24) and provides an output to a display which can be visual or audio or a combination of visual and audio signals. The aid detects and indicates the distance of any obstacle which lies directly in the path of travel. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2175087-A (GB)
Title: Laser gyrosystem
Inventor: OSUMI YASUTSUGU
IPC: G01C19/00
Filed: 1986-04-10
Abstract: A compact laser gyrosystem comprises a main gyrostructure 1 of cylindrical configuration and having an internally reflecting surface 1a. Entrance and exit planes 1b and 1 c are defined in the gyrostructure and a beam splitter 2 is positioned therebetween. Light from laser source 3 is split by the beam splitter and follows two polygonal paths within the gyrostructure in opposite directions, emerging to respective detectors 4 and 5. Rotation of the gyrostructure about its axis results in the movement of interference fringes which are detected by the detectors, and arithmetic logic unit 6 calculates the angular velocity. The number of turns made by both laser beams inside the gyrostructure 1 can be altered by changing the angle of incidence of the laser beam on the gyrostructure. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2193857-A (GB)
Title: Assisting the selection of a colour for a picture surround
Inventor: STRANGE ERIC DAWSON
IPC: H04N7/18
Filed: 1986-07-18
Abstract: The present invention provides a method and apparatus for assisting the selection of a colour for a picture surround. The invention is based upon the use of a camera 10, preferably a video camera, a digital processor 14 and a video monitor 12. The digital processor 14 is operable to control the production of a display comprising a picture as viewed by the camera 10 and a picture surround. A key pad 16, in association with processor 14, is used to vary the colour of the picture surround 26 so that the aesthetic appeal of various colours for the surround 26 relative to the picture 22 can be assessed. Preferably the system is arranged so as to display upon monitor 12 a plurality of display areas 24-30 which represent a picture trim, a picture mount, a picture frame and the background against which the picture is to be positioned. This enables the aesthetic appeal to be assessed for various combinations of colours for the picture trim, mount and surround relative to the picture and the background. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2194578-A (GB)
Title: Sliding door
Inventor: CHENG ERIC KEITH
IPC: E05D15/08
Filed: 1986-08-15
Abstract: A sliding door system for patio doors has doors, whose edges are angled so that they can move to a planar abutting closed condition, and which are guided by guide pins 68, 70 associated with each wheel or roller 62, 63 which supports the first door to cause it to move along a curved path at the end of its travel into abutting configuration with the other door. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2186334-A (GB)
Title: Brake shoe assembly
Inventor: FUJINAMI HIDEYUKI
IPC: F16D65/06
Filed: 1986-12-18
Abstract: A brake shoe assembly comprises a body 22, and a brake shoe 23 having a dovetail 25a slidably insertable into a correspondingly shaped groove 22b in the body, the body having, at least at one end, a securing member 31 pivotable relative to the body in pins 33a, 33b and movable longitudinally, when co-planar with the body, by bolts 32 so as to firmly secure the member to the body. After inserting the dovetail into the groove, or prior to releasing the dovetail therefrom. Its securing member when co-planar with the body will support the shoe by engagement of pin 31c with recess 25c of the dovetail, even when the securing bolts 32 are unscrewed from the body. Thus, a single person can change a heavy brake shoe without fear of injury. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2187426-A (GB)
Title: A line pan for a scraper chain conveyor or the like
Inventor: BRAUN GERT
IPC: B65G19/28
Filed: 1987-01-14
Abstract: A line pan 1 forming part of a scraper chain conveyor, has a spill plate 2 located on what is, in use, the goaf side, with a spill plate flange 3 and an extension spill plate 4 of flexibly-elastic material rising above the flange 3. The flexibly-elastic extension spill plate 4 is formed as a laminated leaf spring with an exterior main leaf 5. The main leaf 5 is adapted to press against a mine roof 6, being bent over its associated pan 1, so that automatic accommodation to different mineral seam thicknesses in relation to the local roof 6 is achieved. In addition, the laminated leaf spring 5 can be swung down over the associated pan 1 to form a bridge, so that mineral extraction equipment running on the (e.g. coal) face side can be made accessible. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2203982-A (GB)
Title: A granular filled and woven fibre or mat sheathed pultrusion
Inventor: STRACHAN ROBERT
IPC: B29C70/52
Filed: 1987-04-22
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/GB88/00305 Sec. 371 Date Oct. 17, 1989 Sec. 102(e) Date Oct. 17, 1989 PCT Filed Apr. 21, 1988 PCT Pub. No. WO88/08367 PCT Pub. Date Nov. 3, 1988.In the manufacture of an in-line cored pultruded profile, filler is bonded with polyester or methacrylate type resin and enclosed in fiberglass, carbon or aramid fiber cloth. The cloth is preformed to replicate the desired profile shape by means of a pre-die former and the external surface of a hollow duct. Filler is delivered into the interior of the duct by a variable output venturi blower. Precise distribution of packing is effected by the internal configuration of the duct and the creation of a raised moving wall when non-foaming resin is used. Precise configuration of ducts can be achieved by fashioning from reinforced cloth. Adjustable start drums provide time and labor saving benefits. Complete resin wet through using either foaming or non-foaming resin ensures exellent filler bonding and surface finish.
Patent GB-2207359-A (GB)
Title: Snooker game as a means of picking bingo numbers
Inventor: DUGGAN WILLIAM JOSEPH
IPC: A63F9/00
Filed: 1987-06-11
Abstract: A game comprises a conventional snooker table and cues, together wlth a plurality of balls, the balls carrying a plurality of numbers. The game further comprises a plurality of score cards, each score card carrying a selection of numbers carried by the balls. Balls which have yet to be played can be stored in a random dispenser comprising a hopper 1 two paths 4, 5, a nozzle 9, and a moveable gate 8. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2194155-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in prostheses
Inventor: DEARNALEY DR GEOFFREY
IPC: A61L27/54
Filed: 1987-08-11
Abstract: A prosthesis having a surface region which in use will be subject to corrosion or erosion has implanted within it a material adapted to have a beneficial biocidal action when released into the body of a recipient of the prothesis as a result of the corrosion or erosion of the said surface region of the prosthesis. The implanted material may be a noble metal such as gold or silver, and the implantation may be effected by bombardment by ions of the material. A second bombardment by other ions, for example of nitrogen or carbon, may be carried out to induce the material to migrate into the prosthesis. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2209310-A (GB)
Title: Transferring occupants from wheel chairs
Inventor: WATTS PETER
IPC: A61G3/06
Filed: 1987-08-29
Abstract: A wheel chair 10 comprises a collapsible wheeled support frame 12, guide means 16 at the top of the support frame 12 extending generally parallel to the axes of the wheels 34, and a seat portion 14 slidably supported on the guide means 16 and separable from the frame 12 whereby the seat may be slid via extension rails 60 on the vehicle into the vehicle. The seat is height adjustable to enable alignment with the extension rails and the armrests may be pivotable upwards to allow an occupant to slide easily from the seat. The frame 12 may be folded for storage in the vehicle. The arrangement may also be used for transfer to and from a bed, bath or toilet. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2203132-A (GB)
Title: Multi-level storage container
Inventor: WADMAN ALEXIS ADRIAN FELIPE
IPC: B65D21/00
Filed: 1988-02-08
Abstract: A multi-level storage container comprises a plurality of superimposed trays 12-18 for holding articles, means joining the trays on an eccentrically located vertical axis about which the trays are at least partially rotatable and means for locking the trays together when they are in register with each other. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2204555-A (GB)
Title: Paint container attachment
Inventor: BONE PAUL ANTHONY
IPC: B44D3/12
Filed: 1988-02-24
Abstract: A paint brush holder and wiper attaches to the rim of a container, and lip (5), which is situated just below the rim of the container, provides a place for the brush to be wiped against to remove excess paint before application. This liquid can then be received back into the container. A serrated edge (3) provides a place to clean the brush more thoroughly at the end of the application and a further serrated edge (4) holds the brush very securely when the container is being moved, ie, carried up a ladder. The recessed area (7) provides easy attachment and detachment from the container, and the serrated bar (I) can be removed for easy cleaning. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2202552-A (GB)
Title: Coating elongated carbon articles by spraying
Inventor: PIETILAINEN KALERVO
IPC: B05B13/02
Filed: 1988-03-04
Abstract: Apparatus for applying protective coating to an elongate carbon article e.g. an electrode for use in electric arc steel-making includes a carriage 1 suspended from a track 30 located above the carriage, a headstock and tailstock 19, 20 mounted on the carriage between which a carbon article to be coated can be supported, means 21, 21 being provided for imparting rotation through the headstock and/or tailstock 19, 20 to effect controlled rotation of the carbon article supported therebetween and a fixed coating station 3 including one or more spray devices operable to apply a coating of oxidation resistant material to the surface of the supported carbon article. The carriage is driven along the overhead track such that, in operation, the surface of the rotating article passes in close proximity to the coating station. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2202316-A (GB)
Title: Striker pin securing device
Inventor: GAMPE EGON
IPC: F41A19/57
Filed: 1988-03-14
Abstract: A striker pin securing device for an automatic propellant charge detonator movable on a breech wedge of a gun barrel ensures that on each opening stroke of the breech wedge (4) the striker pin (6) will be secured to the maximum extent by an intercepting bolt (5) before the firing position is reached. For this purpose, a rocker lever arm (13) of a rocker lever (8), required for the actuation of the intercepting bolt (5), contains a prolongation (16) which is so constructed that on each opening movement of the breech wedge (4), in the direction (17), it obstructs any sliding movement on a slide surface (18) provided in the base-piece (19) of the gun barrel until the other lever arm (12) has moved so far in the direction (14) about the pivot (11) that the intercepting bolt (5) has assumed the maximum securing position (10) for the striker pin (6). The surface (20) of the prolongation (16) then assumes a position (21) parallel with the sliding surface (18) and is able to slide thereon. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2296339-A (GB)
Title: Infra-red diffractive optical lens
Inventor: MIGOZZI JEAN-BLAISE
IPC: G02B5/32
Filed: 1988-07-26
Abstract: An infra-red diffractive optical lens comprises a first convergent lens (L1) made of a material corresponding to the operational infra-red band width considered and a second convergent lens (LH) formed by a surface hologram. This hologram may be obtained by accurate machining of one of the diopters of the first convergent lens (L1) according to machining data optimized by digital calculations. The first lens is preferably made of zinc sulfide or zinc selenide. This system can operate simultaneously in the 8 to 12 microns infra-red band and the 1.06 microns laser channel. It has the advantage of remedying chromation faults, is compact, and does not require a cooling device. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2212917-A (GB)
Title: Flame sensing devices
Inventor: BROWN ANTHONY
IPC: F23N5/06
Filed: 1988-11-01
Abstract: A device for sensing the presence of a flame (13) has a sealed system comprising a phial (11) connected through a capillary (12) to a flexible chamber (not shown). In order to achieve a rapid response to the extinction of the flame, the phial is located close to it but is protected from the high flame temperature by a flame guard (15). This comprises a strip of stainless steel slung beneath the phial and spaced between 1 and 4 mm from it. The temperature experienced by the phial is thus reduced. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2218836-A (GB)
Title: Leakage sensor
Inventor: AKIBA JUJI
IPC: G01M3/04
Filed: 1989-05-05
Abstract: A leakage sensor for detecting leakage of electrically conductive liquids is provided in the form of a coaxial cable and comprises a core conductor (1), an electrically insulating material (3) surrounding the core conductor (1) and capable of absorbing the electrically conductive liquid to be detected, and an outer conductor (2) formed by a liquid permeable, conductive shield surrounding and in contact with the insulating material (3).
Patent GB-2233285-A (GB)
Title: Clearview mosaic sheeting
Inventor: WILLIAMS GREGORY STEPHEN
IPC: B44C3/12
Filed: 1989-06-24
Abstract: A clearview mosaic sheet is produced by applying a transparent or translucent self-adhesive film to the face side of mosaic pieces. Thus the design formed by the individual tesserae can be seen through the transparent or translucent sheet. The sheeted mosaic can be used as a display. Alternatively the mosaic can be installed, eg with cement, and the transparent or translucent film stripped off.
Patent GB-2221810-A (GB)
Title: Optical transmission arrangement
Inventor: CHAIMOWICZ JEAN-CLAUDE ADAM
IPC: H04B10/112
Filed: 1989-07-07
Abstract: An optical transmission arrangement comprises a transmitter (T1) at a first location for transmitting to a receiver (R1) at a second location. The first transmitter (T1) has a plurality of selectively activatable optical emitters (1.1 to 5.5) which are so arranged that light from each emitter leaves the transmitter at a different angle. In one embodiment the receiver (R1) detects the angle at which the light arrives and causes an error signal to be transmitted back to the first location to control which of the emitters is activated. Alternatively, a second transmitter (T2) transmits an independent pilot signal to a second receiver (R2) at the first location which detects the angle at which it arrives, and the detected angle is used to control which of the emitters of the first transmitter (T1) is activated. The transmitter (Figs 1-3) comprises an array of fibres (1.1-5.1) associated with respective lasers (or a single laser coupled to the fibres) and embedded in a plate (P) aligned with a plano-convex lens (L) causing the light from each fibre to emerge at a unique angle. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2236841-A (GB)
Title: Heat exchangers
Inventor: WONG JAMES WING HO
IPC: F28F13/02
Filed: 1989-08-09
Abstract: A heat exchanger includes at least one passageway (9) for the passage of at least one of the exchange media. The interior of the passageway includes at least one wall portion (4) having a plurality of projections (7) thereon which project into the passageway, and which are dimensioned and distributed so as to induce eddies in the medium, while still allowing a laminar flow of the medium through the passageway.
Patent GB-2227356-A (GB)
Title: Flat screened cable
Inventor: NAKAGAWA ASAHARU
IPC: H01B7/08
Filed: 1989-10-10
Abstract: A flat cable (1) has conductors (3) covered by insulating material (5) and on its outer periphery a conductive metal mesh (7) or a woven fibre coated with a conductive material so that the cable is protected from electromagnetic waves, and thus does not function as an antenna and the electronic equipment connected to it does not require a shielding material. The insulating material (5) e.g. PVC, polyester or polyamide, may be moulded around the conductors (3) and then coated with a polymer or copolymer of vinyl acetate or phenoxy resin. The mesh (7) is placed around the coating, and the coating melted to secure the mesh. Alternatively the mesh can be coated with low melting point resin, placed around the moulded insulation (5) and heated to melt the resin. In a variant the conductors (3) are sandwiched between insulating films. In another embodiment (Fig 2) copper foils (103) are placed on a flexible insulating sheet (101) and covered with an insulating layer (105). 
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Patent GB-2223711-A (GB)
Title: Moulding fibre reinforced structural members
Inventor: MALMSTROM SVEN ERIK
IPC: B29C70/46
Filed: 1989-11-09
Abstract: A pultruded circular cross-section structural preform member (23) of diameter D, comprises a porous core (11) e.g. of rigid urethane plastics, surrounded by a shell comprising layers of fibres impregnated with uncured plastics. Each of a pair of the members (23) are positioned in a cavity of mould parts (21, 22), comprising a semi-circular portion of diameter D, on which is superimposed a rectangular portion of a length D adjacent to the semi-circular diameter, and short sides of a length less than D/2, not greater than D/4. When the mould parts (21, 22) are closed together, and the resin cured, the members (23) are deformed into contact along the diameter D by displacement of fibre and resin into the cavity spaces (27), to produce a stronger joint than in the prior art characterised by direct contact between the fibres of each member. The moulded preforms may comprise ball-game racket frames, bicycles, wheel chairs, or furniture. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241476-A (GB)
Title: Step-drive bicycle
Inventor: HUANG SHOW LANG
IPC: B62M1/24
Filed: 1990-03-03
Abstract: A foldable step-driven bicycle comprising two handle bars (32), two handle bar quick release levers (311), a locking pin (40), a main chassis bar or frame (11) the lower portion of which includes a locking pin guide hole (112). A driving mechanism including a step-drive (60) is attached to the frame (11) at the guide hole (112). The step-drive can be disengaged for backward movement and comprises chain portions engageable with sprockets (55, 56) connected to the back wheel through ratchet clutches. The return movement of each pedal 52 is effected by a spring. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2243445-A (GB)
Title: Treating mineral slurries
Inventor: FAIRMAN BENEDICT EVELYN
IPC: G01N21/73
Filed: 1990-04-21
Abstract: A method of process control for mineral slurries, comprises providing a sample of slurry, nebulizing then passing the nebulised sample through a plasma atomic emission spectrometer, quantitatively analysing the elements with the sample, and using the quantitative values to predict the abrasiveness of the slurry and thus to control the amount of abrasive particles recovered from the slurry. The method is of use e.g. in china clay slurry manufacture.
Patent GB-2243834-A (GB)
Title: Adding thermoplastic fibres to cellulose fluff pulps
Inventor: WALL BERTH-OVE
IPC: D04H1/544
Filed: 1990-05-08
Abstract: Thermoplastic fibres, such as polylethylene fibres, are added to cellulose fluff pulp in a mill in which the fibres are disintegrated and the mixture homogenized. In accordance with the invention, the thermoplastic fibre material is first introduced into a controlled humid environment and thereafter fed to the mill in a wet state. Such pro-treatment of the thermoplastic fibre eliminates variations in the moisture content of the fibre material and allows the material to be charged to the mill in accurately weight-determined quantities.
Patent GB-2245684-A (GB)
Title: Phase change mechanism.
Inventor: MA THOMAS TSOI-HEI
IPC: F01L1/344
Filed: 1990-06-26
Abstract: A phase change mechanism is described which comprises a camshaft (10), a drive wheel (12) journalled on the camshaft (10) to rotate therewith about the same axis and oppositely facing one-way clutches acting between the drive wheel (12) and the camshaft (10). Each clutch includes rollers (22) acting between ramp surfaces (26) on the camshaft (10) and a race (14) on the drive wheel (12). The rollers (26) are urged into locking engagement between the ramps (26) and the race (14) by means of springs (28) acting between the rollers (22) and a movable cage (16) common to the two one-way clutches. A variable geometry linkage (28, 30) connects the cage (16) for rotation with the drive wheel (12) and can be controlled to move the cage (16) relative to the drive wheel (12). Torque reversals acting on the camshaft (10) during engine rotation serve in conjunction with the one-way clutches (22) to cause the camshaft (10) to follow the movement of the cage (16) relative to the drive wheel (12).